Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
715997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burgoyne

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 70(4): 204. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715330

Common Names

  • Hammeria gracilis
  • Graceful Hammeria
  • Slender Hammeria

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Description

Hammeria gracilis (also called Slender Hammeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and the Middle East, and is found in deserts and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Hammeria gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hammeria gracilis are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hammeria gracilis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant once established and can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring.

Where to Find Hammeria gracilis

Hammeria gracilis is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East.

Hammeria gracilis FAQ

What is the common name of Hammeria gracilis?

Graceful Hammeria

What is the natural habitat of Hammeria gracilis?

Woodlands and forests

What is the growth rate of Hammeria gracilis?

Slow to moderate

Species in the Aizoaceae family